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HB 3620

The 2030 Census; 2030 Census Complete Count Committee; duties and responsibilities; State Data Center; report; effective date.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mark Lawson and 1 co-sponsor

Oklahoma establishes governance structures and a state data center to coordinate the 2030 Census, aiming to improve response rates and ensure accurate population counting for federal funding allocation.

Referred to Appropriations
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Bill Summary · HB 3620

Legislative bill overview

HB 3620 establishes framework and governance structures for Oklahoma's participation in the 2030 U.S. Census, including creation of a Complete Count Committee and designation of a State Data Center. The bill outlines duties and responsibilities for these entities to ensure accurate census participation and data management within the state.

Why is this important

Census data determines federal funding allocation for infrastructure, healthcare, education, and social services—affecting billions in resources to Oklahoma over the decade. Accurate census counts directly influence Oklahoma's representation in Congress and the Electoral College. Poor census response rates can result in significant undercounting that disadvantages communities for 10 years.

Potential points of contention

  • Committee composition and independence: Questions about who serves on the Complete Count Committee, whether appointments are partisan, and how autonomous the committee is from state political pressure
  • Funding and resource allocation: Clarity needed on state funding commitments, whether adequate resources will be dedicated to reach hard-to-count populations, and cost-sharing arrangements
  • Data privacy and security: Concerns about how state data centers handle sensitive census information and protection against unauthorized access or misuse of personal information collected during census operations

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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